When I saw cactus listed as one of the flowers for strength and courage, I thought about this infrequently used image.
Colored image with markers mounted on Cuttlebugged papers, stickled, decorated the envelope and VOILA!
Date: Monday, March 31, 2014 GMT Views: 1358
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Registered: December 4, 2009 Location: Southern Utah's Dixie Posts: 20557
Mon, Mar 31, 2014 @ 9:27 PM
Beautiful! This cactus image is a favorite, though I hardly use it! I had no idea that the cactus is know for strength and courage, though it seems fitting! Kathleen will love this beauty, especially since there are no prickles on these cacti!
It's good to see you at the Tea party, Phyllis. You and your work have been missed!
Registered: July 11, 2009 Location: eastern Ohio Posts: 2402
Tue, Apr 01, 2014 @ 6:47 AM
This is just beautiful.. I've always found blooms on cactus to be amazing. Bright, beautiful and to be seen not picked!
Yours is so tempting though! Great card.
Registered: November 7, 2006 Location: Willamette Valley Oregon Posts: 34500
Tue, Apr 01, 2014 @ 8:37 AM
So nicely colored and thank you for selecting the image. When you think about it, those protective barbs, that say 'look, but better not touch', is a good analogy for Kathleen as her body must get ready for the next step toward health.
This is sure to bless her!
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Registered: July 27, 2007 Location: Dublin, Ireland Posts: 131381
Tue, Apr 01, 2014 @ 1:01 PM
Oh Phyllis - wonderful! I too was struck by cactus, and was sort of thinking of getting out my MFT Fred Bear with his prickly pears, but a floral cactus is so, so much better.
Registered: March 11, 2008 Location: Sacramento, California Posts: 39766
Tue, Apr 01, 2014 @ 2:59 PM
Phyllis I love your flowering cactus. My DH grows so many different cactus that have the most gorgeous flowers like your card does. This is fantastic and sure to bring a smile to Kathleen. Love it! TFS :0)
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Registered: March 15, 2012 Location: Alabama Posts: 11018
Tue, Apr 01, 2014 @ 3:14 PM
Thank you so much Phyllis! Your wonderful "sunny" cacti make me think of my time when I lived in Arizona. What a gorgeous stamp and your coloring is beautiful!!! As always, love that you made your envelope to match! I agree with Susie, and have missed your "Viola" too!!! Thank you again!